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HIGHLIGHTS & EXPERIENCES w e l explore l MALVERN nestled between the eastern slopes of the magnificent malvern upton marina to hire a boat at your own leisure or enjoy the VIEWS WITH THE ‘WOW’ FACTOR Hills sits the town centre of great malvern. rich in heritage, the thrill of the land rover experience at eastnor . stand atop the malvern Hills and marvel at the stunning views area has been recognised as a designated conservation area for across the deep severn Valley to the cotswolds, the rolling THE NIGHT SKY its special architectural and historic interest. you can also browse countryside, and even across to the welsh independent shops in two other villages, which make up the black mountains on a clear day. stay overnight and you’ll hopefully get to see one of our many town of malvern, including and malvern link. spectacular sunsets and be amazed at the night sky. Away from WALK ‘THE LAND OF HOPE & GLORY’ the towns, the stars shine through the atmosphere – there’s even two dark sky discovery sites in the malvern Hills Area of TENBURY WELLS great malvern ’s greatest composer sir edward elgar was inspired by outstanding natural beauty (in golden Valley and mathon), tenbury wells is a riverside town on the river teme on the the magnificent malvern Hills and surrounding landscape to where, when weather conditions allow, the milky way can be borders of worcestershire, Herefordshire and . write his finest music. Follow in his footsteps, as well as many seen with the naked eye. tenbury wells lies in an area renowned for growing hops and a literary genius, including J.r.r tolkien, c.s lewis, william cider apples. in the 19th century, affectionately langland, and on a walk FAMILY FUN referred to the town as ‘my little town in the orchard’. through some of england’s most beautiful land. & gardens escape to the malverns with the children and get close to nature you can explore the town with the Hidden tenbury Qr trail bringing with family-friendly walks – you’ll tire them out by bedtime! there are so many walks on offer, where you can explore miles tenbury’s rich history to life taking in various sites, including the Fly a kite on top of the malvern Hills, drive a mini land rover upon miles of public footpaths across the area. enjoy a walk Pump rooms, tenbury museum and st. mary’s church. through the picturesque teme Valley, discover the rare flora defender, enjoy the Junior Assault course, burmese walkway and fauna at upton Hams alongside the river severn, or & slide at eastnor castle, seek out the dragon at ralph court burford House national trust at croome UPTON UPON SEVERN garden centre ramble up to the top of the malvern Hills. gardens, meet the alpacas, or go ice skating at iceQuest to name just a few family fun activities. this picturesque riverside town is a lovely place to spend some time, with some great walks through the historic streets and HERITAGE & GARDENS ENTERTAINMENT along the river severn to upton Hams which is a site of special embark on a historic walking tour through great malvern with the ‘pièce de résistance’ is the iconic malvern theatres in great scientific interest (sssi). you can hire a self-drive boat from severn a personal guide from malvern civic society, or take the route malvern, which is on the west end circuit with historic connections expeditions in upton marina to tour the river at your leisure. to the Hills self-guided trail from great malvern station. to and sir edward elgar. there’s also the learn more about the town’s history at tudor House museum if you enjoy exploring off the beaten track, this delightful part historic regal in tenbury wells offering a variety of performances and the ‘Pepperpot’ Heritage centre. the town is renowned for of the world offers many hidden gems to explore from and shows along with elmslie House, malvern cube and the its lively music festival calendar, with a choice of different music outstanding national trust and english Heritage properties old con club. genres throughout the year. to beautiful gardens. HEALTH & WELLNESS Pay a visit to britain’s finest church at , the malverns is renowned for the Victorian water cure malvern museum of local History witley court & gardens (eH), brockhampton (nt), and its heath benefits, so you’re never too far from a spa; croome (nt), Picton gardens and court or a health and wellness retreat, with relaxation remedies & Priory. you can also visit eastnor castle, morgan motor and treatments alongside yoga and meditation classes. upton Folk Festival Hill climb Factory, madresfield court and the Firs: elgar’s birthplace. it’s a great place to relax, unwind and rejuvenate! learn about our varied local history at malvern museum, CREATIVITY Fall in love with The Malverns. Start planning your visit tenbury museum, tudor House museum and upton Heritage with this handy guide – full of inspiration for what to centre at the ‘Pepperpot’. the area inspires creativity, which feeds the imagination see and do across The Malverns. with incredible landscapes; unique cultural and architectural revel in the district’s ancient history and discover hillforts and heritage, as well as myths and legends, all creating the perfect explore tenbury wells and the teme Valley in the north; the even the 700 million year old rock – one of the oldest atmosphere to take an art course, or why not develop your malvern Hills and the hillside town of malvern, and the picturesque rocks in the world. own story on a writing break? riverside town of upton upon severn in the south of the region. OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES the malverns has so much to offer, you’ll want to return again DID YOU KNOW? you can hire enjoy the great outdoors and be adventurous by booking and again to discover it all! a morgan car direct from the morgan an activity such as hot air ballooning, fishing, golf and motor Factory to drive around the Find out more about things to see and do, attractions, walking horse-riding. you can also spectate at the oldest motorsport signposted elgar route in . and cycling routes, festivals and events, as well as places to stay, venue in the world at shelsley walsh Hill climb, head to plus much, much more on our website visitthemalverns.org malvern theatres morgan motor company the malvern spa upton upon severn Holloways The ‘Pepperpot’ Tourist COVID-19 Lower Court, WR6 5DE Information & Heritage Centre s 01886 884665 Church Street, Upton upon Severn WR8 0HX Safety Measures I holloways.co.uk s 01684 594200 I visitthemalverns.org Holloways is a destination retail store in a stunning the upton tic & Heritage centre are jointly located Please check the websites rural setting, selling inspiring furniture for home and in the oldest building in the riverside town. displays and pre-book your visit garden, beautiful gifts, antique statuary and pots. of illustrative history, growth and development of there is a neptune store in-store. the glasshouse the town. information on local festivals and events, where necessary. restaurant serves locally-sourced, seasonal dishes. souvenirs and maps for sale.

Astley Vineyard The Hop Pocket Shopping Village Pump Rooms Crundles Lane, Astley, Bishops Frome WR6 5BT Teme Street, Stourport DY13 0RU s 01531 640323 Tenbury Wells WR15 8BA s 01299 822907 I thehoppocket.com s 01584 8 10118 I astleyvineyard.co.uk A rural shopping destination where there is I tenburytown.org.uk Astley Vineyard is one of the uk’s oldest vineyards. something for everyone; from food & drink, After mineral waters were found in wells, the Award-winning wines made on site. shop open to gifts, toys, clothes, plants and interiors. Pump rooms were built to a unique design in at weekends. tours throughout the summer. complete with a large café serving homemade 1861 to provide water for drinking and bathing. meals and scrumptious cakes. now the location of the town council offices.

Boundless Outdoors Land Rover Experience Eastnor Ralph Court Gardens Old Hollow, Malvern WR14 4NR The Bothy, Eastnor Castle, Edwyn Ralph, s 01684 574546 Eastnor, Ledbury HR8 1RL Bromyard HR7 4LU I boundlessoutdoors.co.uk s 01531 638777 s 01885 483225 boundless outdoors provides the perfect I eastnor.landroverexperience.co.uk I ralphcourtgardens.co.uk adrenalin fuelled day out for those with a sense located on the eastnor castle estate, land rover 12 amazing gardens set in the grounds of a gothic of adventure and a love of the great outdoors. experience offers guests the opportunity to drive rectory From italy to Africa the gardens transport challenging off-road trails in an Area of outstanding you around the world and beyond. wheelchair natural beauty. accessible with licensed restaurant. © ©

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Burford House Garden Centre Little Malvern Court & Gardens Severn Expeditions Burford, Little Malvern WR14 4JN Day Boat Hire Tenbury Wells WR15 8HQ s 01684 892988 Upton Marina, Upton upon Severn WR8 0PB s 01584 810777 I littlemalverncourt.co.uk s 07894 862417 I gardenstoreonline.co.uk 15th century Prior’s Hall, associated rooms and I severnexpeditions.co.uk Four acres of beautiful gardens which are free to cells c1489. gardens 10 acres of former monastic severn expeditions is a family-run business enter, and a garden centre full of inspiration for grounds; spring bulbs, blossom, old fashioned roses providing day boat Hire and Fishing trips on your home and garden. licensed café on site. and topiary. see website for up-to-date opening the river severn offering both self-drive and dog friendly. information. skippered boats.

The Coach House Theatre Madresfield Court Shelsley Walsh Hill Climb (Malvern) Madresfield, Malvern WR13 5AJ Shelsley Walsh WR6 6RP Theatre House, Grange Road, s 01684 573614 s 01886 812211 Malvern WR14 3HA I madresfieldestate.co.uk I shelsleywalsh.com s 01684 5690 11 madresfield court is a moated stately home shelsley walsh is the oldest motorsport venue I coachhousetheatre.co.uk offering tours of the house and gardens between in the world. enjoy an action packed weekend A 110 seat theatre based in a 190 year old grade 2 march and July. it has been in the lygon family for all the family in the most beautiful countryside. listed building in the cultural heart of great malvern. for 900 years.

Cob House Country Park Martley Rock St. Wulstan’s Church Worcester Road, , Martley, Nr. Worcester Wells Road, Little Malvern WR14 4JL Nr. Worcester WR6 6YE s 01886 888318 s 01684 574658 I saint-wulstans.org.uk s 01886 888517 I geo-village.eu edward elgar, the composer, is buried in the I cobhouse.org martley rock, within a distance of 60m, shows cemetery. (grave signposted). Victorian church with set in idyllic surroundings with activities on site, rocks from five different geological periods, stained glass by John Hardman. church normally including lovely country walks, fishing, fun for the 670 million years ago to present. interpretation locked when services not imminent. For parties kids and time to relax in the mayfly café overlooking boards, leaflets and Apps available. ring Parish Priest well in advance and someone beautiful lakes and parkland. dogs welcome. will arrange to show groups inside the church.

Eastnor Castle Malvern Museum of Local History Tenbury Wells Museum Eastnor, Nr Ledbury HR8 1RL Priory Gatehouse, Abbey Road, Cross Street, Tenbury Wells WR15 8EF s 01531 633160 Malvern WR14 3ES s 07722 820983 I eastnorcastle.com s 01684 567811 I tenburymuseum.org.uk A fascinating tourist attraction surrounded by I malvernmuseum.co.uk Housed in a small goff’s Victorian school, tenbury a deer park, lake and arboretum of rare trees. malvern – its geology, archaeology, the benedictine museum aims to give a flavour of the development Fun for the whole family. priory, the water cure, Victorian development, of the market town and district of tenbury. elgar, two world wars, radar, the malvern Festival Please note: the telephone is only answered when and much more. the museum is open.

The Firs, Birthplace of Malvern Theatres Three Counties Showground Sir Edward Elgar Grange Road, Malvern WR13 6NW Crown East Lane, Lower Broadheath, Malvern WR14 3HB s 01684 584900 Nr. Worcester WR2 6RH s Box Office 01684 892277 I threecounties.co.uk s 01905 333330 I malvern-theatres.co.uk the three counties showground set beneath I nationaltrust.org.uk/the-firs Hailed locally and nationally as a model of artistic the beautiful malvern Hills hosts a wide range the birthplace of a musical genius, home to his and architectural excellence, malvern theatres of festivals and events throughout the year. humble collection, with a quintessentially british boasts a diverse programme of drama, comedy, see website for the latest information. cottage garden. surrounding countryside walks. music, film and dance.

The Fold Malvern Town Walking Tours The Tudor House Museum , Worcester WR6 5JB Malvern Tourist Information Centre, Lyttelton Well 16 Church Street, s 01886 833633 Courtyard, 6 Church Street, Malvern WR14 2AY Upton upon Severn WR8 0HT I thefold.org.uk s 01684 892289 s 01684 438820 A pioneering centre that promotes sustainable I malverncivicsociety.org.uk/malvern-town-walks I thetudorhousemuseumupton.org living and healthy lifestyles; composed of an discover great malvern in the company of museum of upton’s Past and Present with organic farm, café, therapy centre, nature trail official civic society guides. An entertaining an award-winning garden. see how people and artisanal shops and studios. and informative 90-minute stroll around this lived and the tools with which they worked. small town with a big history. Family friendly.

Great Malvern Priory Morgan Motor Company Virgin Balloon Flights Church Street, Malvern WR14 2AY Pickersleigh Road, Malvern Link WR14 2LL Croft Farm Water Park, GL20 7EE I greatmalvernpriory.org.uk s 01684 573104 I morgan-motor.com s 01952 212750 building dating from 1085Ad, outstanding malvern has been home to the world famous I virginballoonflights.co.uk medieval stained glass and carved monks seats. morgan motor company since 1909. its current the biggest passenger balloon flights operator in look for the grave of Annie darwin – the daughter range of models feature a unique combination the world for over 25 years. Virgin balloon Flights of the famous naturalist charles darwin – in the of craft and technology. opened in 2020, the launch hot air balloon rides from over 100 locations churchyard. all-new morgan experience centre is home to in the uk, including over the serene teme Valley a wide range of visitor activities. with views to the malvern Hills. ©

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